East Point Energy

Construction Manager (on site/location varies)

LocationCharlottesville, VA
Job Typefull_time

About This Job


About Us:


East Point Energy is a development firm focused on the origination, construction, and operation of energy storage projects. Our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country, helping to transform the grid into a renewable, resilient, and affordable system for generations to come. East Point is a wholly owned subsidiary of Equinor, a broad international energy company committed to long-term value creation in a low-carbon future.


East Point’s nimble team is comprised of hard-working, strategic problem solvers who are passionate about sustainability. We are technology and contractor agnostic, allowing us to find the best solution for each project. The firm’s executive team founded East Point in 2018, bringing decades of combined energy development experience and over 1.8 gigawatts of solar, wind, and energy storage projects currently in operation across the United States. Success for East Point is measured by delivering affordable energy storage solutions that benefit the grid, communities, and our environment.


East Point is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they feel they are fully qualified in every way. We also know that sometimes the best candidates do not check every box. If you are interested in learning more, we would love to hear from you.



Title: Construction Manager


The Site Manager will be responsible for overseeing site activities and managing engineers, consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers through the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning efforts of the company’s projects, which include Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and/or Photovoltaic (PV) + BESS projects. Responsibilities will also include coordinating, planning, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders to identify, track, and progress project deliverables, as well as assisting the team with ensuring projects meet the required scope, schedule, and budget targets. This role reports directly to the VP of EPC.



Roles & Responsibilities:

Serve as primary on-site Owner’s representative through engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities
Responsible for on-site safety during construction and commissioning and coordinate with the East Point safety team to create, manage and enforce safety procedures throughout all site execution activities, including training of staff, contractors, visitors, and first responders
Manage payment milestones and contract deliverables to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of executed contracts
Anticipate and resolve contract interpretation issues, including defense of change order requests as appropriate
Develop and maintain reports that monitor contract status, schedule compliance, and overall Contractor performance
Serve as Construction Manager during the initial and mid stages, and as Commissioning Manager during the final stages, of the project, overseeing the pre-construction, mobilization, site prep and construction phases through the pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up phases of BESS and/or PV + BESS systems
Develop, implement, track, administer, and manage contracts for construction projects (including EPC, equipment procurement, environmental, O&M, Owner’s representative, etc.)
Manage the interface with vendors including interconnects with the utility power grid provider and outage planning
Maintain detailed logs, track construction & testing activities, and manage punch lists for unresolved issues through completion/corrective actions
Inspect system components, and review/verify all commissioning documentation, including test reports and certification of system performance, prior to handover to the Asset Management team
Support compilation and administration of warranty claims, as requested by Asset Management team
Depending on the contract structure(s), this role may:
Establish technical and quality requirements for safety and non-safety materials and services
Lead and manage processes and resources for sourcing, logistics, or materials management efforts
Manage material control functions including warehousing, shop, reclamation activities, inventory control, etc.



Skills:

Demonstrated knowledge coordinating processes and work activities, providing leadership in a team environment, and achieving results by influencing others

Demonstrated knowledge in contract development, administration, and execution, with knowledge of contract terminology, contract cost, accounting principles, and risk management tools for engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning services or related contracts

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with site construction processes, safety, and environmental compliance, and resolution of change orders
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Skilled in the use of a computer and Microsoft applications required, including the ability to operate common database software, prepare Excel spreadsheets, and utilize project management applications



Characteristics of an ideal candidate:

Passion for energy development and the environment
Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
Team player and leader, a proactive attitude
Organized, attention to detail
Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
Integrity and accountability



Education & Experience:

4-year university/college degree; degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Electrical or I&C), or equivalent, relevant professional experience

4+ years of engineering and/or construction-related experience to lead construction efforts on new Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and/or Photovoltaic (PV) + BESS projects
Experience managing projects or managing multi-functional teams in a matrix environment
Minimum of OSHA 30 training and strong environmental awareness



Travel & Time Commitment:

This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST. Standard project site work hours are 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The demands of projects may require work outside of these stated hours.
Office Work Environment: 0-50%


Travel: up to 100%

Cold, Heat & Outdoors: up to 100%



Benefits:

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life Insurance
401(k) & Employer Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Sick Leave
Holidays
Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends



Location:

Assignment to project sites is required for this position. When not on-site assignment, this will be a remote position with regular visits to the East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA.


This job description is not inclusive of all requirements of the position. Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.

East Point Energy is an E-Verify Employer

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